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Abstract

In this paper, we propose a framework of starting points generation for freeform reflective triplet using back-propagation neural network based deep-learning. The network is trained using various system specifications and the corresponding surface data obtained by system evolution as the data set. Good starting points of specific system specifications for further optimization can be generated immediately using the obtained network in general. The feasibility of this design process is validated by designing the Wetherell-configuration freeform off-axis reflective triplet. The amount of time and human effort as well as the dependence on advanced design skills are significantly reduced. These results highlight the powerful ability of deep learning in the field of freeform imaging optical design.

Fig. 3 Design of the initial base system BaseSys1. (a) The initial planar system. (b) The system generate by the CI method and the structure constraints used in the optimization. (c) Final design result of BaseSys1.